Benfotiamine + Folic Acid + Methylcobalamin + Pregabalin + Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine

Dosage Forms Available

• The combination of Calcitriol/Cholecalciferol + Elemental Calcium + Zinc is available in various dosage forms for oral administration. These include tablets, capsules, chewable tablets, softgels, and liquid formulations.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This combination medicine is suitable for both adults and children.
• However, the specific age from which it can be administered may vary depending on individual product formulations and a doctor's advice.

Contraindications

• This supplement should be avoided if you have a known allergy or hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.
• It is also contraindicated in patients with conditions such as hypercalcemia (high calcium levels), hypercalciuria (excessive calcium in the urine), kidney stones, kidney disease, and hypervitaminosis D (excessive vitamin D levels).

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with thiazide diuretics (such as hydrochlorothiazide), lithium, bisphosphonates (like alendronate), iron supplements (such as ferrous sulphate), magnesium-based antacids (including magnesium oxide), certain antibiotics (like tetracycline), quinolones (such as ciprofloxacin), seizure medications (like phenytoin), and mineral oil.
• It is advised to consult your doctor before combining this supplement with any other medications.

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of this combination can lead to hypercalcemia, with symptoms including nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, excessive thirst and urination, constipation, abdominal pain, confusion, fatigue, mood changes, muscle weakness, and bone pain. If you observe these symptoms, contact your doctor immediately.
• If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary, generally harmless, and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• To manage constipation, try increasing your intake of fluids and dietary fibre.
• If you experience nausea, try taking this supplement with or immediately after meals.
• If you feel excessively thirsty or urinate more than usual, it may help to adjust your intake of fluids.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medication does not usually affect your ability to drive or operate machinery. However, if you experience any dizziness or other side effects that might impair these abilities, it is advised to avoid such activities until you feel well again.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• It is recommended to consult a doctor before using this combination during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with kidney disease or other conditions affecting mineral metabolism should exercise caution when taking this supplement.
• Similarly, individuals with sarcoidosis or other granulomatous disorders, which can increase vitamin D sensitivity, should also use this supplement cautiously.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Along with this supplement, consuming a balanced diet rich in calcium, vitamin D, and zinc through foods like dairy products, fish, meat, fruits, and vegetables is important.
• Try to get daily exposure to sunlight as it helps our body naturally produce vitamin D.
• Regular weight-bearing exercises like walking or weightlifting can help improve bone health and strength.
• Smoking can decrease bone mineral density, so it's recommended to quit smoking for overall health benefits.